das Streiflicht
Translation
grazing light, sidelight, raking light
Examples
Das Streiflicht betont die Textur der Oberfläche.
The grazing light emphasizes the texture of the surface.
Der Fotograf nutzte Streiflicht für das Porträt.
The photographer used sidelight for the portrait.
Grammar Patterns
to illuminate ((sth.)) with grazing light The object was illuminated with grazing light.
Similar Words
Seitenlicht (sidelight), Gegenlicht (backlight)
Etymology
From 'streifen' (to graze, to brush past) and 'Licht' (light). It's light that 'streaks' or 'grazes' a surface.
Memory Tips
Picture light from a low angle 'streaking' across a textured wall, revealing all its imperfections.